Blake Thompson Reflects on 30 Years Building The Ramsey Network’s Media Empire Before Retiring
30 years is a long time to do anything. For Blake Thompson, it's been a career — and on July 1, 2026, exactly three...
Rock Radio Isn’t Dead — Q101’s James Kurdziel Has the Receipts to Prove It
"The worst thing that can happen is something gets so cool that it becomes too cool. And suddenly it's closed. That's your brand over at that point."
What News/Talk Radio PDs Value From a Network News Partner
"There is some showbiz involved in using the network..."
Why Jason Whitlock is Fearless, Unapologetic, and Comfortable Challenging Sports Media’s Biggest Voices
"Sports media thinks that I hate them, and I don’t. I’m a critic. If anyone legitimately listens to what I have to say, I criticize myself more harshly than anyone else."
How SiriusXM’s Julie Mason Gets Politicians to Stop Using Talking Points
"You can find something of value in almost everyone you speak to. And I think that really helps make people comfortable and sort of gets the partisanship out of the way."
Q102’s Buster Has Always Known the Game. Now He’s Mastering It.
"It's inherent to the position to have a social media footprint. But also, nowadays, you’re leaving money on the table if you’re not taking advantage of it."
New York Yankees Announcer John Sterling Remembered by His Peers as a Baseball Original
"John was a truly unique human being. A lovable character whose wonderful eccentricities permeated his broadcasts."
The Industry According To: Tyson Haller, Shelter Music Group
"Giving radio access to the band for interviews, meet and greets, sessions and stuff like that is just as important as when I am working a single up the charts."
How One Phone Call Put Larry O’Connor in Morning Drive on Salem Radio Network
"Chris Stigall was actually the best man at my wedding. I'm thrilled to pick up his microphone and continue the relationship he built with the Salem national audience. It's the perfect fit."
Why Gregg Bell Earned a Second Chance at Seattle’s 93.3 KJR
"I’ve been in business long enough to know it changes in a hurry. So, I made the decision to keep my head down and continue my work for KJR. Always doing what they asked me to do. To be a good team player, and that opportunities might come down the road."
